www.hoa.africom.mil RSS feed of content French Desert Commando Course 2017Members of the Combined Joint Task Force Horn of Africa participated with French forces in a French Desert Commando Course in the Arta region of Djibouti. The course consists of up to seven phases that teach participants combat life-saving skills, field tactics, land navigation, weapons training, trap setting, survival cooking, and water-source locating. Additionally, the men and women who complete this course will learn survival tactics, accomplished water and mountain obstacle courses and ultimately, will have gained practical knowledge for surviving in austere environments.http://www.hoa.africom.mil/Video/21338/french-desert-commando-course-2017
Sat, 30 Sep 2017 13:18:31 GMTCombined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa ImageTesting for HiReshttp://www.hoa.africom.mil/Image/19721/combined-joint-task-force-horn-of-africa-image
Mon, 28 Mar 2016 10:52:56 GMTCombined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa ImageU.S. Army Spc. Micah Whitten, 2-124 Seminole Battalion infantry member, watches his area of responsibility during a field training exercise March 16, 2016, in Arta, Djibouti. The Soldiers received attacks throughout the night from simulated opposing forces, requiring the Soldiers to quickly take action to defend their post. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kate Thornton) http://www.hoa.africom.mil/Image/19682/combined-joint-task-force-horn-of-africa-image
Sun, 20 Mar 2016 16:09:55 GMTCombined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa ImageFrench and U.S. Army Soldiers bed down during a field training exercise March 16, 2016, in Arta, Djibouti. Soldiers got as much sleep as they could between attacks from simulated opposing forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kate Thornton) http://www.hoa.africom.mil/Image/19681/combined-joint-task-force-horn-of-africa-image
Sun, 20 Mar 2016 16:09:34 GMTCombined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa ImageA French Army Soldier stands watch during a field training exercise March 17, 2016, in Arta, Djibouti. On-watch Soldiers rotated several times throughout the night as French and U.S. Soldiers defended their post. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kate Thornton) http://www.hoa.africom.mil/Image/19680/combined-joint-task-force-horn-of-africa-image
Sun, 20 Mar 2016 16:08:50 GMTCombined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa ImageFrench and U.S. Army Soldiers listen to the plan of action during a field training exercise March 17, 2016, in Arta, Djibouti. The bilateral training exercise was one of many engagements U.S. and French forces have held throughout the year that maximizes the benefits of serving at the same location, and enables the allies to learn and experience each other’s tactics, techniques and procedures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kate Thornton) http://www.hoa.africom.mil/Image/19685/combined-joint-task-force-horn-of-africa-image
Sun, 20 Mar 2016 16:08:34 GMTCombined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa ImageU.S. Army Spc. Austin Graham, 2-124 Seminole Battalion infantry member, signals to his team during a security check March 17, 2016, as part of a field training exercise in Arta, Djibouti. In addition to overcoming the language barrier, the Soldiers faced several challenges during the exercise such as lack of sleep, random ambushes from simulated opposing forces and serving in different positions in each other’s Army. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kate Thornton) http://www.hoa.africom.mil/Image/19684/combined-joint-task-force-horn-of-africa-image
Sun, 20 Mar 2016 16:08:08 GMTCombined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa ImageFrench and U.S. Army Soldiers carry a simulated injured victim to safety during a field training exercise March 17, 2016, in Arta, Djibouti. This is one of 60 engagements U.S. and French forces have held since September, providing another opportunity to build teamwork amongst the allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kate Thornton)http://www.hoa.africom.mil/Image/19687/combined-joint-task-force-horn-of-africa-image
Sun, 20 Mar 2016 16:07:46 GMTCombined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa ImageFrench and U.S. Army Soldiers respond to a simulated improvised explosive device attack March 17, 2016, during a field training exercise in Arta, Djibouti. The exercise, hosted by the French 5th Marine Regiment, tested and trained the Soldiers on force protection, convoy operations and counter improvised explosive device tactics. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kate Thornton) http://www.hoa.africom.mil/Image/19686/combined-joint-task-force-horn-of-africa-image
Sun, 20 Mar 2016 16:07:00 GMTCombined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa ImageFrench and U.S. Army Soldiers attend a brief prior to a field training exercise March 16, 2016, at Monclair French base, Djibouti. The bilateral training exercise was one of many engagements U.S. and French forces have held throughout the year that maximizes the benefits of serving at the same location and enables the allies to learn and experience each other’s tactics, techniques and procedures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kate Thornton) http://www.hoa.africom.mil/Image/19679/combined-joint-task-force-horn-of-africa-image
Sun, 20 Mar 2016 16:06:32 GMTCombined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa ImageA French Army officer briefs the plan of action prior to a field training exercise March 16, 2016, at Monclair French base, Djibouti. The exercise, hosted by the French 5th Marine Regiment, tested and trained the Soldiers on force protection, convoy operations and counter improvised explosive device tactics. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kate Thornton) http://www.hoa.africom.mil/Image/19678/combined-joint-task-force-horn-of-africa-image
Sun, 20 Mar 2016 16:06:12 GMTCombined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa ImageA French Army Soldier explains his plan to U.S. Army Sgt. Dare Crusade, 2-124 Seminole Battalion team leader, during a field training exercise March 16, 2016, in Arta, Djibouti. In addition to overcoming the language barrier, the Soldiers faced several challenges during the exercise such as lack of sleep, random ambushes from simulated opposing forces and serving in different positions in each other’s Army. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kate Thornton) http://www.hoa.africom.mil/Image/19677/combined-joint-task-force-horn-of-africa-image
Sun, 20 Mar 2016 16:05:30 GMTCombined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa ImageA smoke can indicates a simulated improvised explosive device attack March 17, 2016, during a field training exercise in Arta, Djibouti. Several Soldiers were simulated as injured to test the rest of the team’s ability to react under pressure and provide combat lifesaving techniques. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kate Thornton) http://www.hoa.africom.mil/Image/19683/combined-joint-task-force-horn-of-africa-image
Sun, 20 Mar 2016 16:04:58 GMTCombined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa ImageU.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Anthony Nickell, Tactical Air Control Party NCO in charge, plans his radio calls for a simulated personnel recovery during a tactical exercise with the French Air Force Feb. 24, 2016, in Djibouti. The TACPs organized the joint training in hopes of familiarizing the team and French aviators with each other’s tactics, techniques and procedures, and sharpening the skillsets of everyone involved. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kate Thornton)http://www.hoa.africom.mil/Image/18609/combined-joint-task-force-horn-of-africa-image
Sat, 27 Feb 2016 09:06:19 GMTCombined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa ImageU.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Anthony Nickell, Tactical Air Control Party NCO in charge, awaits a landing French Army Puma helicopter during a tactical exercise Feb. 24, 2016, in Djibouti. Upon arrival to the landing zone, the Puma helicopter appeared with its Mirage escort – all coordinated, controlled and integrated by the TACPs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kate Thornton)http://www.hoa.africom.mil/Image/18608/combined-joint-task-force-horn-of-africa-image
Sat, 27 Feb 2016 09:05:52 GMTCombined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa ImageU.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Corey Johnson, Tactical Air Control Party member, approaches his position overlooking a city during a tactical exercise with the French Air Force Feb. 24, 2016, in Djibouti. There were two French Air Force Mirage 2000 fighter jets for each TACP location and one extra within the area, making contact with a refueling aircraft when necessary. Their main mission was to conduct simulated air strikes, all controlled by the TACPs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kate Thornton)http://www.hoa.africom.mil/Image/18612/combined-joint-task-force-horn-of-africa-image
Sat, 27 Feb 2016 09:05:39 GMTCombined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa ImageU.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Corey Johnson, Tactical Air Control Party member, adjusts his satellite communications during a tactical exercise with the French Air Force Feb. 24, 2016, in Djibouti. Although aviators across the globe speak English, accents and distinctions from both the English-speaking or French-speaking personnel can create challenges under already stressful situations, and the exercise helped both forces become more familiar with each other’s accents. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kate Thornton)http://www.hoa.africom.mil/Image/18610/combined-joint-task-force-horn-of-africa-image
Sat, 27 Feb 2016 09:05:20 GMTCombined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa ImageU.S. Air Force Tactical Air Control Party Airmen and U.S. Army Soldiers participate in a tactical exercise with the French Air Force Feb. 24, 2016, in Djibouti. The TACPs organized the joint training in hopes of familiarizing the team and French aviators with each other’s tactics, techniques and procedures, and sharpening the skillsets of everyone involved. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kate Thornton)http://www.hoa.africom.mil/Image/18606/combined-joint-task-force-horn-of-africa-image
Sat, 27 Feb 2016 09:04:57 GMTCombined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa ImageU.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Corey Johnson, Tactical Air Control Party member, controls close air support during a tactical exercise with the French Air Force Feb. 24, 2016, in Djibouti. The long day of training paid off as they overcame challenges and took notes that will improve the next exercise and real-world operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kate Thornton)http://www.hoa.africom.mil/Image/18614/combined-joint-task-force-horn-of-africa-image
Sat, 27 Feb 2016 09:04:42 GMTCombined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa ImageU.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Corey Johnson, Tactical Air Control Party member, communicates with French Air Force aviators during a tactical exercise Feb. 24, 2016, in Djibouti. Although aviators across the globe speak English, accents and distinctions from both the English-speaking or French-speaking personnel can create challenges under already stressful situations, and the exercise helped both forces become more familiar with each other’s accents. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kate Thornton)http://www.hoa.africom.mil/Image/18613/combined-joint-task-force-horn-of-africa-image
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